On Having Another Boy

Nov 14, 2011

Just a few weeks ago, we found out we will be having our third boy around the end of February. Amongst the congratulations, I have heard more than a few times, “You didn’t get your girl? Guess you’ll have to keep trying!” Can I let you in on a...

Seasons of a Mother’s Heart Book Club: Chapter 10

Nov 4, 2011

The importance of prayer in our lives is so easily overlooked. It is not a “to-do” on a checklist. It is not an errand to be run. It is not a deadline to be met. Prayer lingers in the background of our lives because no one is saying you MUST do this NOW....

Setting the Tone {A Guest Post}

Sep 1, 2011

Sometimes – many times – God just works things out more perfectly than we can ever imagine. And that’s what happened when Allie {The Purposeful Housewife} e-mailed me about guest-posting here at Home with the Boys! First, the post really spoke to me...

Giving Myself a Pep Talk {Top Ten Tuesday}

Aug 22, 2011

I’m not going to lie: I am TIRED. I am CRABBY. This first trimester has been exhausting and I am not proud of how I have handled myself or treated my family. {At least I can blame it on something, right?!} I am trying hard to combat this now because an unhappy...

Seasons of a Mother’s Heart – Book Club and a Giveaway!

Aug 19, 2011

It’s no secret that I adore Sally Clarkson and all of her books that I have read so far. When I discovered her book of encouragement for homeschool mothers, I knew I needed to read it as soon as we started school. I also crave accountability and encouragement...

My Shining Moment This Week

Aug 11, 2011

Yesterday, Big J walked up to me holding a brand new pair of underwear. New underwear is a big deal with these boys. BIG deal. And yes, I’m talking about underwear. Anyways, he wanted to know which Transformers character was on said underwear. I took a look and...